Get ready to be moved: Sydnie Christmas just delivered an unforgettable performance of “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” from Dreamgirls, and it’s bound to leave you speechless.
Christmas has a remarkable talent for taking timeless classics and giving them her unique touch. This time, she brought a fresh, powerful spin to the iconic tune from the 1980s musical, making listeners feel every ounce of emotion in the process. Fans who heard her rendition of the song couldn’t help but be swept away by the raw emotion she poured into each note.
Listen to her recording below.
With every note she sang, Christmas made sure her audience felt the weight of the words, delivering a performance that was as heart-wrenching as it was beautiful. Her powerful vocal control and passionate delivery make this cover an emotional rollercoaster that will leave a lasting impact.
Here’s everything to know about “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going”
Originally written for Dreamgirls and performed by Jennifer Holliday in 1981, the song became an instant classic. It centers on Effie White’s plea to stay with her love and the band despite being cast aside. Over the years, the song has been covered by countless artists, with each putting their own emotional twist on the heart-wrenching lyrics.
Christmas’s version joins the ranks of powerful renditions by artists like Jennifer Hudson and, of course, Holliday herself, but what sets her apart is the deep sincerity she brings to the song. If you haven’t heard it yet, trust us—you need to listen.